Apple

• Comparable benefits.
• Apple stocks doing reasonably well, so RSU value increases.
• Up to $10k matching for charity.
• 401k funds available to select are good.
• Apple brand on your resume.
• Apple products at a discount for self, family, and friends.

I work for IS&T, and my review and opinion are not for all of Apple.

It's very hierarchical with an outdated management style. Engineering managers with poor people management skills are plentiful here. They cannot be trusted, and they make no effort to build trust. Don't expect a transparent appraisal process like in other big league companies.

There is no standard work culture, compensation, or rewards across all divisions. It varies very widely. Knowing about the hierarchy, their products, and their visibility is important if someone is planning to join. In general, products used by end users of Apple products have high visibility, and people working there get well rewarded for good work. It's better to avoid auxiliary products or those made for internal customers. They have very tight budgets, and rewards are hard to come by. Hence, a lack of transparency and silly politics.

This is of least concern, but if you are a foodie, then you will be disappointed. There is no free food. Food in the cafeteria is average and expensive.

Bring in fresh blood to management positions and constantly rotate managers to disrupt disgusting hierarchical silos. This is the root cause for some of the cons that are mentioned above and will make IS&T an attractive place to work.